Popular Malaysian-Style Salted Egg Chicken Recipe | Healthier version (Not deep-fried)

salted egg yolks

🥗Healthier: poached eggs

💰Cheaper: hard-boiled eggs

Poached eggs provide a similar texture without the saltiness.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a different flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative that's lower in fat.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot is a natural thickener with similar properties.

Prepare salted egg yolks by steaming until firm, then mash.

Marinate chicken pieces with soy sauce, black pepper, and sugar for 30 minutes.

Coat marinated chicken with cornstarch evenly.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Fry chicken pieces in batches until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes each.

Remove fried chicken and drain on paper towels.

In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat.

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in mashed salted egg yolks and mix well.

Add fried chicken to the salted egg mixture and toss to coat evenly.

Add curry leaves and chili padi, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Serve hot, garnished with extra curry leaves if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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